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D12 DGE

2013 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,795 mi
Last recorded98,795 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD12 DGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 98,795 miles

Nearside Front drl not working

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2025 91,539 miles

Nearside Front drl not working

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

centre and rear exhaust corroded

Fail 19 Jun 2025 90,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front drl not working

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

centre and rear exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2024 81,962 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 81,918 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken coilover (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken coilover (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 80,549 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp inoperative

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Non Standard Road Wheels Fitted

Non Standard Suspension Components Fitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2022 77,366 miles

Nearside Front Daylight running lamp not working

Non Standard Road Wheels Fitted

Non Standard Suspension Components Fitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc in very poor condition, scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 70,984 miles

Nearside daylight running lamp not working

Non Standard Road Wheels Fitted

Non Standard Suspension Components Fitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2020 67,138 miles

Non Standard Road Wheels Fitted

Non Standard Suspension Components Fitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Fail 25 Jun 2020 67,138 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Non Standard Road Wheels Fitted

Non Standard Suspension Components Fitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2019 64,441 miles

Non Standard Road Wheels Fitted

Non Standard Suspension Components Fitted,

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2018 59,762 miles

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 50,292 miles

Offside Front Tyre devoid of tread on inside edge.

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2016 37,320 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 May 2016 37,320 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle metal pipe rubbing on o/s inner driveshaft gaiter (2.3.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen California?

Based on 80,899 MOT tests across 8,815 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
5,205
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
8,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 348
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 261
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D12 DGE is a 2013 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 48,174 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D12 DGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen California typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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D12 DGE is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 13 June 2013.

Is D12 DGE safe to buy?

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